Orono, ME Map & Demographics
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Orono Overview
$26,735
PER CAPITA INCOME
$112,829
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$52,718
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
3.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
96.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
10,116
TOTAL POPULATION
5,233
MALE POPULATION
4,883
FEMALE POPULATION
107.17
MALES / 100 FEMALES
93.31
FEMALES / 100 MALES
21.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
5,290
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Orono Area Codes
Income in Orono
Income Overview in Orono
Per Capita Income in Orono is $26,735, while median incomes of families and households are $112,829 and $52,718 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 10,116 | $26,735 |
| Median Family Income | 1,153 | $112,829 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,153 | $124,417 |
| Median Household Income | 2,853 | $52,718 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,853 | $81,583 |
| Income Deficit | 1,153 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 10,116 | 3.93% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 10,116 | 96.07¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 10,116 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Orono
Average Earnings in Orono are $10,916, $10,695 for men and $11,132 for women, a difference of 3.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,657 (50.5%) | $10,695 |
| Female | 3,578 (49.4%) | $11,132 |
| Total | 7,235 (100.0%) | $10,916 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Orono
The most common earnings brackets in Orono are $2,499 or less for men (543 | 14.8%) and $2,499 or less for women (552 | 15.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 543 (14.8%) | 552 (15.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 494 (13.5%) | 466 (13.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 429 (11.7%) | 479 (13.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 308 (8.4%) | 201 (5.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 196 (5.4%) | 201 (5.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 177 (4.8%) | 220 (6.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 49 (1.3%) | 39 (1.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 37 (1.0%) | 141 (3.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 10 (0.3%) | 57 (1.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 133 (3.6%) | 113 (3.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 227 (6.2%) | 203 (5.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 73 (2.0%) | 215 (6.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 33 (0.9%) | 55 (1.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 156 (4.3%) | 113 (3.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 49 (1.3%) | 61 (1.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 43 (1.2%) | 28 (0.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 34 (0.9%) | 113 (3.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 137 (3.7%) | 108 (3.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 219 (6.0%) | 147 (4.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 310 (8.5%) | 66 (1.8%) |
| Total | 3,657 (100.0%) | 3,578 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Orono
Average earnings in Orono are $60,662 for men and $41,897 for women, a difference of 30.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $67,761, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $34,219. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,673, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $20,815.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $34,219 | $29,659 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $44,654 | $20,815 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $67,761 | $38,750 |
| Graduate Degree | $65,039 | $55,673 |
| Total | $60,662 | $41,897 |
Family Income in Orono
Family Income Brackets in Orono
According to the Orono family income data, there are 256 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 5 families (0.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 33 | 2.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5 | 0.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 14 | 1.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 12 | 1.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 179 | 15.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 148 | 12.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 146 | 12.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 256 | 22.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 221 | 19.2% |
| $200,000+ | 140 | 12.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Orono
5-person families (71 | 6.2%) account for the highest median family income in Orono with $250,001 per family, while 5-person families (71 | 6.2%) have the highest median income of $50,000 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 655 (56.8%) | $91,193 |
| 3-Person Families | 304 (26.4%) | $132,650 |
| 4-Person Families | 91 (7.9%) | $149,219 |
| 5-Person Families | 71 (6.2%) | $250,001 |
| 6-Person Families | 19 (1.7%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 13 (1.1%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,153 (100.0%) | $112,829 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Orono
The median family income in Orono is $112,829, with families comprising 3+ earners (115) having the highest median family income of $147,656, while families with 1 earner (203) have the lowest median family income of $66,198, accounting for 10.0% and 17.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 172 (14.9%) | $100,000 |
| 1 Earner | 203 (17.6%) | $66,198 |
| 2 Earners | 663 (57.5%) | $133,063 |
| 3+ Earners | 115 (10.0%) | $147,656 |
| Total | 1,153 (100.0%) | $112,829 |
Household Income in Orono
Household Income Brackets in Orono
With 531 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Orono, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 131 households (4.6%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 131 | 4.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 146 | 5.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 294 | 10.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 257 | 9.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 531 | 18.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 471 | 16.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 257 | 9.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 322 | 11.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 203 | 7.1% |
| $200,000+ | 240 | 8.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Orono
The median household income in Orono is $52,718, with the highest median household income of $118,942 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 529 households (18.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $33,241, with 644 households (22.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 644 (22.6%) | $33,241 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 906 (31.8%) | $52,738 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 529 (18.5%) | $118,942 |
| 65+ Years | 774 (27.1%) | $68,636 |
| Total | 2,853 (100.0%) | $52,718 |
Poverty in Orono
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Orono
With 27.7% poverty level for males and 33.8% for females among the residents of Orono, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 801 males (68.6%) and 852 females (66.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 10 (6.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 20 (15.4%) | 20 (35.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 801 (68.6%) | 852 (66.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 46 (7.5%) | 44 (8.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 20 (6.9%) | 26 (13.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 11 (5.7%) | 92 (35.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 11 (4.5%) | 12 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 45 (14.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (13.2%) |
| Total | 964 (27.7%) | 1,091 (33.8%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Orono
According to the poverty statistics in Orono, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 142 (93.4%) | 43 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 8 (100.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 110 (84.6%) | 36 (64.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 119 (100.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 12 (100.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 71 (100.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 366 (31.4%) | 437 (33.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 571 (92.5%) | 461 (91.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 271 (93.1%) | 168 (86.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 181 (94.3%) | 169 (64.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 233 (95.5%) | 226 (95.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 276 (86.0%) | 234 (100.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 161 (100.0%) | 295 (86.8%) |
| Total | 2,521 (72.3%) | 2,138 (66.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Orono
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Orono show that 2.8% or 25 of the total 896 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 5.6%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 608 (97.8%) | 14 (2.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 184 (94.4%) | 11 (5.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 79 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 871 (97.2%) | 25 (2.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Orono
According to the poverty data in Orono, 17.3% or 33 single-father households and 7.6% or 5 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (20.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 22 (23.7%) | 5 (20.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 33 (17.3%) | 5 (7.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Orono
The poverty data for Orono shows that 25 of the married-couple family households (2.8%) and 38 of the single-parent households (14.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (5.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 14 (2.2%) | 27 (22.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 11 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 25 (2.8%) | 38 (14.8%) |
Race in Orono
The most populous races in Orono are White / Caucasian (8,877 | 87.7%), Asian (447 | 4.4%), and Two or more Races (417 | 4.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 447 | 4.4% |
| Black / African American | 248 | 2.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 373 | 3.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 15 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 8,877 | 87.7% |
| Two or more Races | 417 | 4.1% |
| Some other Race | 112 | 1.1% |
| Total | 10,116 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Orono
The most populous ancestries reported in Orono are Irish (1,817 | 18.0%), English (1,561 | 15.4%), German (1,383 | 13.7%), French (717 | 7.1%), and Italian (599 | 5.9%), together accounting for 60.1% of all Orono residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 59 | 0.6% |
| American | 409 | 4.0% |
| Arab | 56 | 0.5% |
| Argentinean | 5 | 0.1% |
| Armenian | 31 | 0.3% |
| Australian | 58 | 0.6% |
| Austrian | 17 | 0.2% |
| Bhutanese | 16 | 0.2% |
| British | 76 | 0.7% |
| Burmese | 17 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 93 | 0.9% |
| Central American | 8 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 10 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 37 | 0.4% |
| Czech | 18 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 113 | 1.1% |
| Dominican | 29 | 0.3% |
| Dutch | 92 | 0.9% |
| Eastern European | 50 | 0.5% |
| Ecuadorian | 9 | 0.1% |
| English | 1,561 | 15.4% |
| European | 273 | 2.7% |
| Filipino | 10 | 0.1% |
| Finnish | 54 | 0.5% |
| French | 717 | 7.1% |
| French Canadian | 328 | 3.2% |
| German | 1,383 | 13.7% |
| Greek | 85 | 0.8% |
| Guyanese | 9 | 0.1% |
| Haitian | 22 | 0.2% |
| Honduran | 8 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 53 | 0.5% |
| Icelander | 18 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 259 | 2.6% |
| Indonesian | 30 | 0.3% |
| Iranian | 132 | 1.3% |
| Irish | 1,817 | 18.0% |
| Italian | 599 | 5.9% |
| Jamaican | 12 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 83 | 0.8% |
| Latvian | 33 | 0.3% |
| Lebanese | 36 | 0.4% |
| Lithuanian | 33 | 0.3% |
| Mexican | 137 | 1.3% |
| Mexican American Indian | 35 | 0.4% |
| Northern European | 41 | 0.4% |
| Norwegian | 135 | 1.3% |
| Polish | 390 | 3.9% |
| Portuguese | 151 | 1.5% |
| Puerto Rican | 108 | 1.1% |
| Romanian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 107 | 1.1% |
| Scandinavian | 51 | 0.5% |
| Scotch-Irish | 116 | 1.1% |
| Scottish | 452 | 4.5% |
| Serbian | 65 | 0.6% |
| Slovak | 13 | 0.1% |
| Somali | 12 | 0.1% |
| South American | 68 | 0.7% |
| Spanish | 13 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 58 | 0.6% |
| Subsaharan African | 71 | 0.7% |
| Swedish | 79 | 0.8% |
| Swiss | 7 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 66 | 0.6% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Turkish | 22 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 39 | 0.4% |
| Uruguayan | 11 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 6 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 89 | 0.9% | View All 71 Rows |
Immigrants in Orono
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Orono came from Asia (440 | 4.3%), South Central Asia (188 | 1.9%), Canada (176 | 1.7%), Eastern Asia (152 | 1.5%), and Iran (132 | 1.3%), together accounting for 10.7% of all Orono residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 19 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 440 | 4.3% |
| Canada | 176 | 1.7% |
| Caribbean | 5 | 0.1% |
| China | 130 | 1.3% |
| Czechoslovakia | 4 | 0.0% |
| Denmark | 21 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 152 | 1.5% |
| Eastern Europe | 13 | 0.1% |
| Ecuador | 9 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 52 | 0.5% |
| Germany | 18 | 0.2% |
| Ghana | 6 | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | 17 | 0.2% |
| Hungary | 9 | 0.1% |
| India | 44 | 0.4% |
| Iran | 132 | 1.3% |
| Iraq | 7 | 0.1% |
| Jamaica | 5 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 16 | 0.2% |
| Korea | 6 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 20 | 0.2% |
| Northern Africa | 13 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 21 | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | 12 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 44 | 0.4% |
| South America | 15 | 0.2% |
| South Central Asia | 188 | 1.9% |
| South Eastern Asia | 81 | 0.8% |
| Taiwan | 30 | 0.3% |
| Turkey | 12 | 0.1% |
| Venezuela | 6 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 37 | 0.4% |
| Western Africa | 6 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 19 | 0.2% |
| Western Europe | 18 | 0.2% | View All 36 Rows |
Sex and Age in Orono
Sex and Age in Orono
The most populous age groups in Orono are 20 to 24 Years (1,640 | 31.3%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (1,667 | 34.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 152 (2.9%) | 43 (0.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 121 (2.3%) | 32 (0.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 141 (2.7%) | 73 (1.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,256 (24.0%) | 1,152 (23.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,640 (31.3%) | 1,667 (34.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 294 (5.6%) | 230 (4.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 356 (6.8%) | 275 (5.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 204 (3.9%) | 144 (2.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 103 (2.0%) | 50 (1.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 102 (1.9%) | 153 (3.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 118 (2.2%) | 108 (2.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 124 (2.4%) | 79 (1.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 120 (2.3%) | 159 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 134 (2.6%) | 129 (2.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 191 (3.6%) | 126 (2.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 66 (1.3%) | 69 (1.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 56 (1.1%) | 146 (3.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 55 (1.1%) | 248 (5.1%) |
| Total | 5,233 (100.0%) | 4,883 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Orono
Median Family Size in Orono
The median family size in Orono is 2.73 persons per family, with married-couple families (896 | 77.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.76 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (191 | 16.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.61 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 896 (77.7%) | 2.76 |
| Single Male/Father | 191 (16.6%) | 2.61 |
| Single Female/Mother | 66 (5.7%) | 2.64 |
| Total Families | 1,153 (100.0%) | 2.73 |
Median Household Size in Orono
The median household size in Orono is 2.35 persons per household, with single male/father households (191 | 6.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.22 persons per household. non-family households (1,700 | 59.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 2.02 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 896 (31.4%) | 2.76 |
| Single Male/Father | 191 (6.7%) | 3.22 |
| Single Female/Mother | 66 (2.3%) | 2.71 |
| Non-family | 1,700 (59.6%) | 2.02 |
| Total Households | 2,853 (100.0%) | 2.35 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Orono
Out of a total of 2,853 households in Orono, 1,153 (40.4%) are family households, while 1,700 (59.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 610, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 999.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 999 (35.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 610 (21.4%) | 307 (10.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 267 (9.4%) | 278 (9.7%) |
| 4-Person Households | 173 (6.1%) | 109 (3.8%) |
| 5-Person Households | 71 (2.5%) | 7 (0.3%) |
| 6-Person Households | 19 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 13 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,153 (40.4%) | 1,700 (59.6%) |
Female Fertility in Orono
Fertility by Age in Orono
Average fertility rate in Orono is 15.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 99.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 65.4% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 19 (34.5%) | 9.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 36 (65.4%) | 99.0 |
| Total | 55 (100.0%) | 15.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Orono
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 55 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Orono
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 36 (65.4%) | 78.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 19 (34.5%) | 50.0 |
| Total | 55 (100.0%) | 15.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Orono
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 55 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Orono
Employment by Class of Employer in Orono
Among the 4,753 employed individuals in Orono, private company employees (2,320 | 48.8%), not-for-profit organizations (1,396 | 29.4%), and state government employees (605 | 12.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,320 | 48.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 69 | 1.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 41 | 0.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,396 | 29.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 276 | 5.8% |
| State Government Employees | 605 | 12.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 41 | 0.9% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 5 | 0.1% |
| Total | 4,753 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Orono
According to the labor force statistics for Orono, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,531), 55.5% or 5,290 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.7% or 354 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 88.7% or 180 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.9% or 82 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 1,047 (43.9%) | 112 (10.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,958 (59.2%) | 112 (5.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 459 (87.6%) | 16 (3.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 531 (84.2%) | 9 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 364 (72.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 393 (81.7%) | 82 (20.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 180 (88.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 232 (83.2%) | 22 (9.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 114 (19.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 14 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,290 (55.5%) | 354 (6.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Orono
According to labor force statistics for Orono, 82.4% of individuals (2,158) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,619) are in the labor force, with 6.0% or 129 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 100.0% or 2 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 100.0% or 2 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 2 (100.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 73 (45.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 359 (82.9%) | 110 (25.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,725 (85.2%) | 43 (2.1%) |
| Total | 2,158 (82.4%) | 157 (6.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Orono
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Orono are Community & Social Service (1,141 | 23.1%), Education Instruction & Library (921 | 18.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (417 | 8.4%), Management (351 | 7.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (326 | 6.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Orono, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (74.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (66.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (68.2%), Business & Financial (64.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (58.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 186 (53.0%) | 165 (47.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 9 (36.0%) | 16 (64.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 274 (65.7%) | 143 (34.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 145 (74.0%) | 51 (26.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 46 (66.7%) | 23 (33.3%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 83 (54.6%) | 69 (45.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 486 (42.6%) | 655 (57.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 72 (48.0%) | 78 (52.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 20 (31.8%) | 43 (68.2%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 387 (42.0%) | 534 (58.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 175 (53.7%) | 151 (46.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 117 (63.2%) | 68 (36.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,130 (50.0%) | 1,130 (50.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,271 (46.0%) | 2,670 (54.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Orono are Food Preparation & Serving (619 | 12.5%), Personal Care & Service (284 | 5.8%), Healthcare Support (117 | 2.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (109 | 2.2%), and Security & Protection (19 | 0.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Orono, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (36.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (35.8%), and Personal Care & Service (22.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (98.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 2 (1.7%) | 115 (98.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 228 (36.8%) | 391 (63.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 39 (35.8%) | 70 (64.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 65 (22.9%) | 219 (77.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 334 (29.1%) | 814 (70.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,271 (46.0%) | 2,670 (54.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Orono are Office & Administration (542 | 11.0%), and Sales & Related (531 | 10.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 322 (60.6%) | 209 (39.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 116 (21.4%) | 426 (78.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 438 (40.8%) | 635 (59.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,271 (46.0%) | 2,670 (54.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Orono are Construction & Extraction (73 | 1.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (62 | 1.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (23 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 73 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 62 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 158 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,271 (46.0%) | 2,670 (54.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Orono are Material Moving (142 | 2.9%), Production (114 | 2.3%), and Transportation (46 | 0.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 97 (85.1%) | 17 (14.9%) |
| Transportation | 46 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 68 (47.9%) | 74 (52.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 211 (69.9%) | 91 (30.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,271 (46.0%) | 2,670 (54.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Orono
Employment Industries in Orono
The major employment industries in Orono include Educational Services (1,857 | 37.6%), Retail Trade (750 | 15.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (665 | 13.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (533 | 10.8%), and Professional & Scientific (261 | 5.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Orono
The Orono industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (93.8%), Public Administration (74.7%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (69.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 76 (93.8%) | 5 (6.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 149 (72.0%) | 58 (28.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 48 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 407 (54.3%) | 343 (45.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 40 (90.9%) | 4 (9.1%) |
| Utilities | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 12 (38.7%) | 19 (61.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 26 (44.8%) | 32 (55.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 1 (6.2%) | 15 (93.8%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 171 (65.5%) | 90 (34.5%) |
| Enterprise Management | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 37 (94.9%) | 2 (5.1%) |
| Educational Services | 760 (40.9%) | 1,097 (59.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 164 (30.8%) | 369 (69.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 47 (41.6%) | 66 (58.4%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 216 (32.5%) | 449 (67.5%) |
| Public Administration | 23 (25.3%) | 68 (74.7%) |
| Total | 2,271 (46.0%) | 2,670 (54.0%) |
Education in Orono
School Enrollment in Orono
The most common levels of schooling among the 6,321 students in Orono are college / undergraduate (5,189 | 82.1%), graduate / professional (577 | 9.1%), and middle school (182 | 2.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 79 | 1.3% |
| Kindergarten | 8 | 0.1% |
| Elementary School | 145 | 2.3% |
| Middle School | 182 | 2.9% |
| High School | 141 | 2.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 5,189 | 82.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 577 | 9.1% |
| Total | 6,321 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Orono
Out of a total of 6,321 students who are enrolled in schools in Orono, 929 (14.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,392 (85.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 20 (32.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 214 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 42 (67.7%) | 20 (32.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 136 (88.9%) | 17 (11.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 214 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 79 (69.3%) | 35 (30.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 1,923 (85.8%) | 318 (14.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 2,558 (83.6%) | 502 (16.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 365 (92.9%) | 28 (7.1%) |
| 35 Years and over | 75 (89.3%) | 9 (10.7%) |
| Total | 5,392 (85.3%) | 929 (14.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Orono
Engineering (349 | 10.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (346 | 10.8%), education (327 | 10.2%), science & technology (290 | 9.0%), and physical & health sciences (281 | 8.8%) are the most common fields of study among 3,208 individuals in Orono who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 88 | 2.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 346 | 10.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 281 | 8.8% |
| Psychology | 94 | 2.9% |
| Social Sciences | 259 | 8.1% |
| Engineering | 349 | 10.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 9 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 290 | 9.0% |
| Business | 268 | 8.4% |
| Education | 327 | 10.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 247 | 7.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 132 | 4.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 199 | 6.2% |
| Communications | 101 | 3.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 218 | 6.8% |
| Total | 3,208 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Orono
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Orono
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Orono are males with 2 vehicles (668, accounting for 39.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (817, making up 36.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 50 (2.9%) | 45 (2.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 394 (23.1%) | 451 (24.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 668 (39.2%) | 817 (44.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 296 (17.4%) | 355 (19.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 286 (16.8%) | 155 (8.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 10 (0.6%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| Total | 1,704 (100.0%) | 1,830 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Orono
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Orono are 5 to 9 minutes (1,175 commuters, 27.2%), 10 to 14 minutes (893 commuters, 20.6%), and 15 to 19 minutes (622 commuters, 14.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 290 | 6.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,175 | 27.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 893 | 20.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 622 | 14.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 481 | 11.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 185 | 4.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 226 | 5.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 76 | 1.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 77 | 1.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 86 | 2.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 146 | 3.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 68 | 1.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Orono
The most common commute times in Orono are 5 to 9 minutes (526 commuters, 26.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (649 commuters, 28.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 83 (4.1%) | 207 (9.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 526 (26.1%) | 649 (28.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 302 (15.0%) | 591 (25.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 326 (16.2%) | 296 (12.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 322 (16.0%) | 159 (6.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 121 (6.0%) | 64 (2.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 127 (6.3%) | 99 (4.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 76 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 15 (0.7%) | 62 (2.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 38 (1.9%) | 48 (2.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 26 (1.3%) | 120 (5.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 57 (2.8%) | 11 (0.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Orono
The most frequent times of departure to work in Orono are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (335, 16.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (393, 17.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 60 (3.0%) | 24 (1.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 39 (1.9%) | 9 (0.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 41 (2.0%) | 85 (3.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 118 (5.8%) | 60 (2.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 166 (8.2%) | 148 (6.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 270 (13.4%) | 259 (11.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 320 (15.9%) | 393 (17.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 335 (16.6%) | 225 (9.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 104 (5.1%) | 176 (7.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 138 (6.8%) | 160 (6.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 82 (4.1%) | 100 (4.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 12 (0.6%) | 71 (3.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 135 (6.7%) | 374 (16.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 199 (9.9%) | 222 (9.6%) |
| Total | 2,019 (100.0%) | 2,306 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Orono
Occupancy by Ownership in Orono
Of the total 2,853 dwellings in Orono, owner-occupied units account for 1,229 (43.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,624 (56.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,229 | 43.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,624 | 56.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,853 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Orono
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 999 | 35.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 917 | 32.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 545 | 19.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 392 | 13.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,853 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Orono
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 325 (32.5%) | 674 (67.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 442 (48.2%) | 475 (51.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 229 (42.0%) | 316 (58.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 233 (59.4%) | 159 (40.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,229 (43.1%) | 1,624 (56.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Orono
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 18 (29.0%) | 44 (71.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 65 (26.2%) | 183 (73.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 165 (20.3%) | 646 (79.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 981 (56.6%) | 751 (43.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Orono
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,249 | 43.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 301 | 10.5% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 219 | 7.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 310 | 10.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 349 | 12.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 239 | 8.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 186 | 6.5% |
| Total | 2,853 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Orono
Median Income by Occupancy in Orono
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,229 (43.1%) | $113,882 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,624 (56.9%) | $36,563 |
| Average | 2,853 (100.0%) | $52,718 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Orono
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 82 (5.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 22 (1.8%) | 28 (1.7%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 13 (1.1%) | 133 (8.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 9 (0.7%) | 185 (11.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 101 (6.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 20 (1.6%) | 238 (14.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 91 (7.4%) | 440 (27.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 244 (19.9%) | 227 (14.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 145 (11.8%) | 111 (6.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 287 (23.4%) | 34 (2.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 398 (32.4%) | 45 (2.8%) |
| Total | 1,229 (100.0%) | 1,624 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Orono
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 29 (2.4%) | 74 (4.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 44 (3.6%) | 115 (7.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 291 (23.7%) | 317 (19.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 115 (9.4%) | 211 (13.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 379 (30.8%) | 578 (35.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 118 (9.6%) | 106 (6.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 121 (9.9%) | 100 (6.2%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 26 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 106 (8.6%) | 75 (4.6%) |
| Total | 1,229 (100.0%) | 1,624 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Orono
Housing Structures in Orono
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,306 | 45.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 132 | 4.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 147 | 5.1% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 412 | 14.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 301 | 10.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 523 | 18.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 32 | 1.1% |
| Total | 2,853 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Orono
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,168 (89.4%) | 138 (10.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 39 (29.5%) | 93 (70.5%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 5 (3.4%) | 142 (96.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 9 (2.2%) | 403 (97.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 8 (2.7%) | 293 (97.3%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 523 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,229 (43.1%) | 1,624 (56.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Orono
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 56 (3.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 22 (1.8%) | 638 (39.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 169 (13.8%) | 616 (37.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 435 (35.4%) | 274 (16.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 603 (49.1%) | 40 (2.5%) |
| Total | 1,229 (100.0%) | 1,624 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Orono
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 201 (16.4%) | 499 (30.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 123 (10.0%) | 236 (14.5%) |
| Electricity | 32 (2.6%) | 487 (30.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 726 (59.1%) | 383 (23.6%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 147 (12.0%) | 5 (0.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (0.9%) |
| Total | 1,229 (100.0%) | 1,624 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Orono
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 28 (2.3%) | 274 (16.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 465 (37.8%) | 676 (41.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 526 (42.8%) | 353 (21.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 210 (17.1%) | 321 (19.8%) |
| Total | 1,229 (100.0%) | 1,624 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Orono
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Orono
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 567 | 662 |
| Median Property Value | $225,400 | $205,200 |
| Median Household Income | $98,938 | $222 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $713 | $106 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $4,545 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Orono
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 22 (3.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 39 (6.9%) | 13 (2.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 294 (51.8%) | 497 (75.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 212 (37.4%) | 138 (20.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (2.1%) |
| Total | 567 (100.0%) | 662 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Orono
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (2.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 9 (1.6%) | 22 (3.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 20 (3.5%) | 13 (2.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 75 (13.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 105 (18.5%) | 16 (2.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 83 (14.6%) | 139 (21.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 99 (17.5%) | 62 (9.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 176 (31.0%) | 188 (28.4%) |
| Total | 567 (100.0%) | 662 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Orono
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 272 (48.0%) | 140,305 (21,194.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 98 (17.3%) | 396 (59.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 135 (23.8%) | 81 (12.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 62 (10.9%) | 131 (19.8%) |
| Total | 567 (100.0%) | 662 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Orono
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 24 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 17 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 518 (91.4%) | 33 (5.0%) |
| Total | 567 (100.0%) | 662 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Orono
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orono
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 220 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,702 (99.0%) | 18 (1.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 4,256 (94.5%) | 250 (5.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 947 (96.0%) | 39 (4.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 491 (98.0%) | 10 (2.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 448 (98.0%) | 9 (2.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 472 (97.9%) | 10 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 555 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 495 (98.8%) | 6 (1.2%) |
| Total | 9,586 (96.6%) | 342 (3.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Orono
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 220 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,702 (99.0%) | 18 (1.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 4,256 (94.5%) | 250 (5.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Orono
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,020 (93.5%) | 71 (6.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,796 (95.9%) | 76 (4.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 899 (91.1%) | 88 (8.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 578 (93.7%) | 39 (6.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,136 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orono
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 44 (20.0%) | 176 (80.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 277 (16.1%) | 1,456 (84.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 249 (5.5%) | 4,063 (90.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 65 (6.6%) | 929 (94.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 216 (43.1%) | 452 (90.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 153 (33.5%) | 308 (67.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 80 (16.6%) | 421 (87.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 511 (92.1%) | 334 (60.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 488 (97.4%) | 416 (83.0%) |
| Total | 2,083 (21.0%) | 8,555 (86.2%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Orono
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 9 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 188 (5.4%) | 378 (11.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 64 (8.6%) | 151 (21.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 46 (14.3%) | 100 (42.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 51 (31.7%) | 156 (45.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Orono
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 17 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 20 (12.4%) | 95 (27.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (6.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (4.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 9 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 163 (4.7%) | 304 (9.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 51 (6.8%) | 140 (20.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4 (1.3%) | 56 (23.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (1.9%) | 48 (14.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 18 (2.4%) | 48 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 31 (9.7%) | 44 (18.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 31 (19.3%) | 115 (33.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 16 (2.1%) | 16 (2.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 31 (9.7%) | 44 (18.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 12 (7.4%) | 61 (17.9%) |
Technology Access in Orono
Computing Device Access in Orono
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,541 | 89.1% |
| Smartphone | 2,437 | 85.4% |
| Tablet | 1,702 | 59.7% |
| No Computing Device | 209 | 7.3% |
| Total | 2,853 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Orono
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 12 | 0.4% |
| Broadband Home | 2,129 | 74.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 154 | 5.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 24 | 0.8% |
| No Internet | 520 | 18.2% |
| Total | 2,853 | 100.0% |
Orono Summary
Orono, Maine is a town located in Penobscot County, Maine, United States. It is situated on the Penobscot River, approximately 12 miles (19 km) south of Bangor. The population was 10,362 at the 2010 census. Orono is home to the University of Maine, the state's flagship university.
History
The area that is now Orono was once inhabited by the Penobscot people. The first European settlers arrived in the area in 1774, and the town was incorporated in 1796. The town was named after Chief Joseph Orono, a Penobscot leader.
In the 19th century, Orono was a center of lumber and shipbuilding. The Bangor and Aroostook Railroad was built through the town in 1871, and the University of Maine was established in 1865.
Geography
Orono is located at 44°51′N 68°41′W (44.851, -68.683). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 24.3 square miles (62.8 km2), of which 23.6 square miles (61.1 km2) is land and 0.7 square miles (1.7 km2) is water.
Economy
Orono is home to the University of Maine, the state's flagship university. The university is the largest employer in the town, and it is a major economic driver for the region. The university also attracts a large number of students, faculty, and staff to the area, which helps to support the local economy.
In addition to the university, Orono is home to several businesses, including a number of restaurants, retail stores, and professional services. The town is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a paper mill and a wood products plant.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 10,362 people, 3,845 households, and 1,945 families residing in the town. The population density was 437.3 people per square mile (168.7/km2). There were 4,093 housing units at an average density of 173.7 per square mile (67.1/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 94.2% White, 1.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 1.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.6% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.5% of the population.
There were 3,845 households, out of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.2% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 44.7% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.93.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 19.9% under the age of 18, 20.5% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 21.3% from 45 to 64, and 14.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.3 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $41,919, and the median income for a family was $58,945. Males had a median income of $40,945 versus $30,890 for females. The per capita income for the town was $21,945. About 6.2% of families and 14.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Orono?
Per Capita income in Orono is $26,735.
What is the Median Family Income in Orono?
Median Family Income in Orono is $112,829.
What is the Median Household income in Orono?
Median Household Income in Orono is $52,718.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Orono?
Income or Wage Gap in Orono is 3.9%.
Women in Orono earn 96.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Orono?
Inequality or Gini Index in Orono is 0.47.
What is the Total Population of Orono?
Total Population of Orono is 10,116.
What is the Total Male Population of Orono?
Total Male Population of Orono is 5,233.
What is the Total Female Population of Orono?
Total Female Population of Orono is 4,883.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Orono?
There are 107.17 Males per 100 Females in Orono.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Orono?
There are 93.31 Females per 100 Males in Orono.
What is the Median Population Age in Orono?
Median Population Age in Orono is 21.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Orono
Average Family Size in Orono is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Orono
Average Household Size in Orono is 2.4 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Orono?
There are 5,290 People in the Labor Forcein in Orono.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Orono?
55.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Orono.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Orono?
Unemployment Rate in Orono is 6.7%.